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Welcome to the November Newsletter ...
Celebrations
Welcome to the twenty-fifth edition of the Old Spot Newsletter ... and the first thing I have to mention was how big was that bloody pig?! As most of you are aware, we were going to have a spit roast to celebrate winning South West Pub of the Year and making it through to the finals. The pig was bought by the pub over six months ago and we have been getting regular updates in the form of photos and verbal reports from the farmer. Last Saturday I drove to Somerset to pick up said pig - I had been told to expect a 55-60 kilo animal. However, what I got was a very enthusiastic 98 kilo beast, but unfortunately there isn't a spit roaster that is capable of cooking a monster of this size in the county! So once again, everybody's favourite butcher, Tony Gabb, came to the rescue and butchered it in no time ... all ready for the oven!
Great to see so many locals in that day, and a big thank you to: Chas of Uley Brewery, Steve of Severn Vale Brewery and Martin of Butcombe for their kind donation of beer for the day's celebration. And we even managed to raise £120 for St James' church!
Celebrity Chef
Jane Roberts' stint as celebrity chef was a resounding success - one of the best so far in my book! Although it did take 3 days to finally finish the burritos! Guy Nolder will be carrying the mantle for the next one on Tuesday, November 24th. I am afraid to say that it's already sold out - no pressure Guy, and please don't kill my kitchen this time! Bob Parkinson's Lancashire night has been postponed until next year - don't worry he isn't getting away that easy! We will be hopefully having a celebrity chef Japanese night in the new year , watch this space.
Meet the Brewer
Big thanks to Lee and his team from Batemans for another great Meet the Brewer night - a very interesting and novel approach, hmmm!
The next Meet the Brewer is from Everards (the guys that brought us Tiger) and is on the 26th November. As always, £5 per person includes tasting and supper. Names behind the bar ASAP please.
Spot Swap
Something we are looking to explore is a bartering system for fruit and veg. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, please see Steve.
Winter Warmers
Ponchos and blankets are now available over the bar for those chilly winter nights in the garden, just ask the bar staff.
Ahhhh! Who said we don't care about you !
Take Home a Tipple
We are now able to sell your favourite tipple in takeaway jugs, a small charge for the jug and hey presto real ale at home.
Hairy Bikers
The Hairy Bikers visited the pub to do a bit of filming on the 27th October. They are in to sup Steve MacDonald's Severn Swans are Swimming. The programme is being aired on TV over Xmas. Watch out for a report next newsletter.
Come Dine with Me
We have been approached by Come Dine with Me to find people to appear on their show. Speak to Steve for more details.
Sorry, but ...
Big apologies but Touch Rugby and our 80s Games Night have had to be postponed and will be rescheduled next year - we just ran out of time!
Old Spot Harriers?
Its been pointed out to me a that several of our locals are budding marathon runners. If you'd like to, you can post your times on our website and join up with fellow runners. Have a word with '', and he'll get this organised for you. Personally, I think your barmy, but hey ho!
Xmas Meals, Parties and Opening Hours
Names are being taken for the Old Gits Xmas Party. All locals welcome - just bring a sense of humour and an appetite and the ability to take the next day off work! All other Christmas bookings are coming in thick and fast, so please if you're looking for a table over the Xmas period, don't delay!
Click here for the Xmas Menu - Book early to avoid disappointment.
Our opening hours vary over Christmas, but they are below, on the boards and on the website. Please be aware that there is absolutely no entry after 9pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. So please don't get upset when you get turned away - and more importantly don't hit me!
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| Christmas Eve | 12.00 - 3.00 pm | 6.00 pm - Late | |
| Christmas Day | 12.00 - 2.00 pm | ||
| Boxing Day | 12.00 - 11.00pm | ||
| New Year's Eve | 12.00 - 3.00 pm | 6.00 pm - Late | |
| New Year's Day | 12.00 - 11.00 pm | ||
What's On at the Spot
- Forthcoming Events . . .
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| October | |||
| :: Fri 30th - Sun 1st Nov | Ric Fest | - - - | |
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| November | |||
| :: Tue 24th | 7.30pm | Celebrity Chef - Guy Nolder - Indian Banquet Night | £T.B.C. |
| :: Thur 26th | 8.30pm | Everards - Meet the Brewer | £5.00 |
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| December | |||
| :: Tue 1st - Mon 21st | Old Spot Christmas Lunch being served - Book early to avoid disappointment | £22.50 | |
| :: Sun 20th | 3.30pm | Old Git's Christmas Lunch | £22.50 |
| January | |||
| :: Tue 12th | 7.30pm | Dr. Bob's Lancashire Night | £T.B.C. |
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| February | |||
| :: T.B.C. | All w/e | Valentine's Beerfest - Details to follow. | - - - |
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More dates for celebrity chef night to follow.
Cheers!
Steve Herbert
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